China Aster Syringa Appleblossom Rose-Yellow | Callistephus chinensis

China Aster ‘Syringa Appleblossom Rose-Yellow’ | Callistephus chinensis

Soft appleblossom hues blending rose and yellow – luxurious XXL blooms with irresistible romantic charm.

China Aster ‘Syringa Appleblossom Rose-Yellow’ (Callistephus chinensis) is an exquisite variety from the premium Syringa series, celebrated for its large, densely packed flowers and superb stem strength. This variety enchants with its unique appleblossom tones — soft shades of rosy pink merging into creamy yellow — creating a luminous, vintage-inspired color combination that glows in every bouquet.

Each plant produces massive, double blooms measuring 12–15 cm in diameter, perched on strong, upright stems reaching 60–70 cm in height. The well-branched, pyramidal habit ensures multiple florist-quality stems per plant, perfect for cut flower production or decorative summer borders.

The Syringa series sets a new standard for durability, vase life, and bloom performance, outperforming earlier generations of asters. Its blend of soft pastel tones and robust form makes ‘Appleblossom Rose-Yellow’ a must-have for florists and gardeners seeking romantic elegance with professional-grade reliability.

Plant Information

• Botanical name: Callistephus chinensis
• Variety: Syringa Appleblossom Rose-Yellow
• Type: Annual
• Height: 60–70 cm
• Bloom type: Fully double, chrysanthemum-type
• Flower size: XXL (12–15 cm)
• Color: Rose-pink blending to soft yellow and cream
• Days to maturity: 110–125 days (short-day flowering)
• Plant habit: Upright, strong, pyramidal, well-branched
• Stem quality: Thick, straight, florist-grade
• Light: Full sun
• Soil: Fertile, humus-rich, well-drained (pH 5.5–7.5)
• Plant spacing: 25–30 cm
• Vase life: 7–10 days
• Uses: Cut flower production, wedding bouquets, floral design, borders, late-summer displays

Growing Instructions

• Sowing: Indoors from March or directly outdoors from late April to early May
• Germination: 3–7 days at 21–22 °C; after emergence, reduce to 8–12 °C
• Sowing depth: 0.5 cm; lightly cover with vermiculite, keep moist and well-lit
• Transplanting: Harden seedlings before moving outdoors
• Fertilization: Start with 0.1% potassium nitrate after 10 days; continue with balanced fertilizers
• Cold tolerance: Hardened plants withstand light frost (–3 °C)
• Harvest: Cut when outer petals are fully open for best vase life

Why Grow China Aster ‘Syringa Appleblossom Rose-Yellow’

This Syringa variety captivates with its vintage pastel palette, exceptional bloom size, and outstanding durability.
Its soft rose-yellow tones evoke warmth and romance, making it a star in bridal arrangements, garden borders, and high-end floral work.

✨ Sow the seeds of ‘Syringa Appleblossom Rose-Yellow’ and let your garden bloom with gentle charm, elegance, and artistry – one flower at a time.